Prison Telemedicine Program Saves California $13 Million
The California Department of Corrections' use of telemedicine to treat adult prisoners saved the state $13 million last year, largely by reducing transportation and security costs. The state launched the program more than 10 years ago and uses it to facilitate consultations with medical specialists.Â
- "A Captive Audience -- and Providers -- Benefit From Telemedicine" (Clark, HealthLeaders Media, 2/3).